The $10.8m project is the first phase of a multi-location solar power program that will eventually produce 10MW of solar system generation capacity through three additional project phases that are slated for completion over the next five years.
The roof-mounted system comprising of 5,140, 210W crystalline solar modules uses a self-ballasted racking system that does not penetrate the terminal’s existing roof and delivers the electricity generated back to the LADWP through an existing electric meter at the World Cruise Center facility.
The installation of the PV system by the Energy Alternatives Division of San Jose-based Cupertino Electric as a part of a $42m upgrade at the World Cruise Center is expected to cut roughly 22,800 metric tons of CO2 entering the atmosphere, and result in an annual $200,000 energy cost savings.
The Port of Los Angeles executive director Geraldine Knatz said that solar power is one of many technologies being used at the Port of Los Angeles to promote environmentally responsible operations and development.
"We are thrilled to now be harnessing the power of the plentiful Southern California sun to reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality and increase economic opportunities for Los Angeles businesses and residents," Knatz said.
